Perceived Racial Discrimination, Poverty-Related Stress, Civic Efficacy, and Psychological Problems in Low Socioeconomic Preadolescents

IF 2 3区心理学 Q2 FAMILY STUDIES

Journal of Early Adolescence Pub Date : 2023-11-02 DOI:10.1177/02724316231212561

Esha Vaid, Martha E. Wadsworth

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Abstract

This study examined the intersecting experiences of perceived racial discrimination, poverty-related stress (PRS), and civic efficacy with psychological functioning in preadolescents. The sample consisted of 129 low-income, racially and ethnically diverse preadolescents. Hierarchical linear regression analyses found that perceived racial discrimination and PRS were associated with greater psychological problems, as reported by parents and youth. High levels of both perceived racial discrimination and PRS together resulted in even higher psychological problems, as reported by parents. Lastly, civic efficacy significantly moderated the relationship, where higher civic efficacy in the presence of both discrimination and PRS was associated with fewer psychological problems. In conclusion, these findings suggest that considering both stressors as intersecting rather than additive stress may better explain the mental health disparities among low-income and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) youth. Additionally, empowering resources, such as civic efficacy, may promote positive development.

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认知种族歧视、贫困压力、公民效能与低社会经济水平青少年心理问题

本研究探讨了认知种族歧视、贫困相关压力(PRS)和公民效能与青春期前心理功能的交叉体验。样本包括129名低收入、不同种族和民族的青春期前儿童。层次线性回归分析发现，正如父母和年轻人所报告的那样，感知到的种族歧视和PRS与更大的心理问题有关。根据家长的报告，高水平的种族歧视和PRS共同导致了更高的心理问题。最后，公民效能显着调节了这一关系，在存在歧视和PRS的情况下，更高的公民效能与较少的心理问题相关。综上所述，这些发现表明，将这两种压力源视为交叉压力而不是附加压力可能更好地解释低收入青年和黑人、土著和有色人种(BIPOC)青年之间的心理健康差异。此外，授权资源，如公民效能，可能促进积极的发展。

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期刊介绍： The Journal of Early Adolescence publishes articles that increase our understanding of individuals, 10 through 14 years of age, in the life span. The journal is designed to present major theoretical papers, state-of-the-art papers, and current research, as well as reviews of important professional books and early adolescent films and literature. A complete Policy Statement and information about submissions are available from the Editor.